The highlight of the Brockton council meeting agenda for Oct. 12 was the Strategic Action Plan.
Nursing externship program at SBGHC a success
The South Bruce-Grey Health Centre’s meeting of the board of directors on Oct. 6 included a presentation by Holly Al, professional practice and education co-ordinator and interim patient care manager at the Chesley site, on the nursing externship program.
Bruce Power, Westario team up to explore clean energy frontier
Westario Power Inc. and Bruce Power are teaming up to explore opportunities to deliver projects focused on removing and offsetting carbon emissions.
Walkerton District Community School celebrates 2021 graduates
It was a formal high school commencement ceremony, complete with a valedictory address, presentation of awards, scholarships and diplomas, and photos by and with proud families.
Hawks drop first two games of PJHL season
Friday, Oct. 1, Hawks fans came to the Walkerton arena to see the team’s home opener. It wasn’t pretty for the home team, as Wingham trounced Walkerton 9-2.
Brockton supports optometrists
Mayor Chris Peabody made a notice of motion regarding optometry, stating the provincial government has not yet made a binding commitment to cover the cost of optometrists to deliver an eye exam.
Mayor isn’t backing off when it comes to Brockton’s growth
Mayor Chris Peabody said he isn’t backing off on his opposition to the county’s Watson Report on growth in the county.
Brockton critical of county’s growth plan
“Devastating.” That was how Mayor Chris Peabody described the impact of Bruce County’s plan for future development on Brockton.
Walkerton BIA members to vote on path forward
Council approved a mail-out to all members of the Walkerton BIA, to vote on the path forward.
Brockton marks Sept. 30
The Sept. 28 meeting of Brockton council began with a moment of silence.
Walkerton honours residential school survivors and remembers those who never came home
A group of at least 100 people gathered at Memory Lane Park in Walkerton the evening of Sept. 30, to mark the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Run4Health returns with in-person event for 11th annual run
Run4Health 2021 lived up to its reputation as a happy and healthy community event to raise funds for the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation.
Enjoying the sweet taste of maple at ‘Fall in Love with Maple’ event
Meadow Ridge Maple is almost within shouting distance of Walkerton, but it feels like it’s a world away.
Produce Club makes eating fresh fruit and vegetables easy
Brad and Jill Pitt are a brother and sister who share a business that’s based on supplying the freshest produce, from local suppliers whenever possible, directly to consumers.
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week plans ‘the best virtual conference possible’ for second straight year
The Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week (GBFW) committee has made the decision to deliver, for the second year in a row, “the best virtual conference possible” in 2022, said Lorie Smith, conference co-ordinator.
